What to Bring: Each Scout should bring their backpack packed with all gear on the gear list (except food), ONE ski or trekking pole if you have them and a rock that is 3 to 4 inches in diameter, or a baseball.

Ultralight backcountry gear will be given away as prizes – some really good stuff – so PRACTICE, then come prepared! Prizes for: best and fastest bear bag hanging (individual and patrol), best and fastest tarp pitching (individual and patrol), best “ultralight packages” of toothpaste, sunscreen, insect repellent, and soap, and best/fastest packing/unpacking!

May 7 – 6:30 PM – Hike the “M” (Required for those planning on backpacking in Glacier and the Beartooths) – meet at the “M” parking lot 6:30 sharp, with a 20 pound pack.